Jennifer Paolella
Media,PA
Summary
Skilled clinical laboratory scientist with over 20 years of experience in blood banking and hematology. A strong understanding of laboratory safety protocols and quality control procedures to ensure reliable test results, and contribute to high standards of patient safety. Hardworking, reliable and willing to work various shifts. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Mainline Health- Riddle Hospital
Media, Pennsylvania
08.2005 - Current
- Performs blood typing and crossmatching for transfusions, ensuring compatibility and safety for patients.
- Experienced in the preparation of blood components, including RBCs, plasma, platelets, and cryoprecipitate.
- Performs antigen typing and antibody identification.
- Assists with massive transfusions.
- Conducts hematological analysis, including CBCs, coagulation studies, urinalysis, and fluid analysis.
- Prepares and analyzes blood smears and fluid differentials.
- Performs complete blood counts using an automated hematology analyzer.
- Analyzes test results, identifies discrepancies, and reports findings to physicians or other healthcare providers.
- Conducts quality control tests to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
- Clean and perform maintenance on laboratory equipment.
- Consults with pathologists upon the discovery of abnormal cells.
Medical Technologist
Graduate Hospital
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
07.2004 - 08.2005
- Blood bank Technologist- Performed blood bank duties
Education
Medical Technology - Medical Technology Clinical Program
Graduate Hospital
Philadelphia, PA07-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Immaculata University
Malvern, PA05-1998
Skills
- Hematology analysis
- Blood bank knowledge
- Quality Control
- Specimen analysis
- Patient safety
- Teamwork
- Automated laboratory testing
- Instrument maintenance
- Multitasking abilities
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Ability to adapt
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Mainline Health- Riddle Hospital
08.2005 - Current
Medical Technologist
Graduate Hospital
07.2004 - 08.2005
Medical Technology - Medical Technology Clinical Program
Graduate Hospital
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Immaculata University
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